Ontario Adds Technological Education Requirement for High School Students

Ontario Adds Technological Education Requirement for High School Students

March 23, 2023 Mandatory high school graduation requirement will empower students with early exposure to technological education and skilled trades The Ontario government is implementing a new high school graduation requirement to help better prepare students across our province for the jobs of tomorrow. Starting with students entering Grade 9 in September 2024, all students…

Hydro One Begins Community Engagement to Enable Clean Energy Future in Southwest Ontario

Hydro One Begins Community Engagement to Enable Clean Energy Future in Southwest Ontario

March 23, 2023 The company is committed to putting people, the planet and communities first in its planning for the Longwood to Lakeshore Project To support the significant increase in electricity demand in southwest Ontario, Hydro One has started to engage with local communities to plan for two new transmission lines in the region. The…

Southwire diversity employer

Southwire Named Top Diversity Employer by DiversityJobs.com

March 22, 2023 For the fourth consecutive year, Southwire has been recognized as a Top Diversity Employer by DiversityJobs.com. The mission of DiversityJobs is to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace by creating a space for diversity-minded employers to engage the best and brightest diverse talent, and the company’s annual Top Diversity Employers list…

EFC Scholarship

EFC Scholarships for Atlantic Canada 2023

March 22, 2023 If you’re a post-secondary student who is pursuing a career in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technologist/Technician, Industrial Distribution, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain/Operations, Logistics, Data Analytics Management or Information Technology – then consider a career in an industry that is committed to a safer, more environmentally-sustainable future for Canadians. Take the…

Hugo Lafontaine

Schneider Electric Appoints Hugo Lafontaine to Lead its Industry Business in Canada

March 16, 2023 Schneider Electric announces the appointment of Hugo Lafontaine to the position of Vice President, Industry, Canada. Hugo will lead the company’s automation business in Canada, bringing smart, connected and sustainable digital technology and next-generation solutions to guide the advancement of industries of the future. “Industry 4.0 is an important driver for innovation and economic growth in Canada,…

Greenlee Experience Contest

Greenlee® Experience Contest Back in 2023 by Popular Demand

March 16, 2023 Six winners will win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to one of their manufacturing facilities for a VIP experience Greenlee® recently announced that they are now accepting entries for their second annual Greenlee Experience, an all expenses-paid trip to one of its manufacturing facilities in Elyria, Ohio, June 7-9, 2023. The event will once…

Danielle Diaz appointed CFO and VP Alectra

Danielle Diaz: Electric Industry Makes Way for New Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of Alectra Inc.

March 15, 2023 Brian Bentz, President and CEO of Alectra Inc. has announced that Danielle Diaz has been appointed as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, Alectra Inc. Ms. Diaz was appointed Interim CFO on October 24, 2022. Her new appointment is effective immediately.  About Danielle Diaz Danielle has earned Chartered Accountant (CA) and Chartered…

First Annual Sustainability Impact Awards debuted by Schneider Electric

First Annual Sustainability Impact Awards debuted by Schneider Electric

March 15, 2023  Schneider Electric recently announced its first-ever Sustainability Impact Awards, an inaugural program that recognizes the critical role that Schneider’s partners and customers play in delivering a more resilient and sustainable electric world. The North American Impact Leaders demonstrated exceptional leadership and an accelerated path toward their decarbonization goals for the region. The global…

CanREA Electricity summit 2023

Successful 2023 Summit held by CanREA Electricity Transition Hub

March 15, 2023 Canadian utilities and system operators shared expertise and collaborated on key electricity issues Nearly 100 energy systems professionals attended the first annual CanREA Electricity Transition Hub Summit, held in downtown Toronto on January 24 and 25, 2023. It was a unique occasion for Canada’s electricity utilities and system operators to discuss the…

Alberta women in trades funding

Alberta Government: Supporting Women in the Skilled Trades

March 15, 2023 Alberta is providing $10.7 million to Women Building Futures to support women looking to build a career in the skilled trades. Through Budget 2023, Alberta’s government is investing in women and empowering them to build rewarding careers. Over the next three years, $10.7 million will support Women Building Futures in their work…

provincial and federal government oil to electric rebate

Provincial and Federal Governments Work Together to Expand Oil to Electric Rebate for Residents in 2023

March 15, 2023 The Newfoundland and Labrador Government continue to recognize that the global pressures causing the high cost of living are placing a strain on households across the province. Building on more than half a billion dollars in cost of living relief since Budget 2022, the Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate…

Strong Demand for Skilled Trade Contractors Continues Along with Growing Need for Qualified Talent in BC Market

Strong Demand for Skilled Trade Contractors Continues Along with Growing Need for Qualified Talent in BC Market

March 13, 2023 Strong demand for work in the trade contracting sector is expected to continue throughout 2023 as construction projects for residential, commercial, institutional and major infrastructure continue to emerge across the province. Coinciding with this demand is the growing need for skilled, qualified trade contracting professionals across the civil, electrical and mechanical sectors….

EELighting Joins Current Lighting as an Official OEM Partner

EELighting Joins Current Lighting as an Official OEM Partner

March 13, 2023 EELighting joins Current Lighting (formerly Hubbell Lighting) to become an official OEM Partner. With a special focus on providing accessibility to Current’s NX Distributed Intelligence™ lighting control platform, EELighting’s R&D division is working collaboratively with Current’s Component division to determine compatibility across the large breadth of both manufacturer’s product families. EELighting’s continued…